Booklog Announces 2026 First-Half Ranking!

Booklog First-Half Ranking 2026

Booklog Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Meio Kawaguchi; hereinafter "the company") has announced the 2026 first-half ranking for its book recording and reading management service, 'Booklog'!

The ranking was determined by aggregating works recorded as 'Want to Read' or 'Read' by Booklog users between January and June 2026, across three categories: general books, business books, and manga.

The results reflect the unique tastes of Booklog's passionate readers, featuring award-winning titles, series dominating the top spots, and long-selling classics.

General Book Ranking Top 1: In the Mega Church (Ryo Asai / Nikkei BP)

In the Mega Church / Ryo Asai

"In a country without God, the best way to manipulate people is through 'stories.'"

This novel exposes the virtues and vices of 'stories' that move people's hearts, through three distinct perspectives across generations and social positions.

The book, which also won the 2026 Booksellers' Award, received approximately 30,000 'Want to Read' and 'Read' registrations.

Booklog Communication conducted a special interview with author Ryo Asai! [Special Feature] Interview with Ryo Asai, Author of 'In the Mega Church' | Booklog Communication

User reviews on Booklog: In the Mega Church | Summary and Reviews by Ryo Asai - Booklog

Manga Ranking Top 1: Honya Naru Motto (3) (Ao Kojima / KADOKAWA)

Honya Naru Motto (3) / Ao Kojima

Set in the world of books and secondhand bookstores, this series continues to receive strong support from Booklog's book-loving users. With volumes 1, 2, and now 3 all ranking, the series has dominated the top spots on Booklog's charts. Among the approximately 3,500 registrations, reviews include: "This series made me want to read even more books."

User reviews on Booklog: Honya Naru Motto 3 | Summary and Reviews by Ao Kojima - Booklog

Business Book Ranking Top 1: The Courage to Be Disliked (Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga / Diamond Inc.)

The Courage to Be Disliked / Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga / Diamond Inc.

A long-selling classic that simplifies the teachings of Adlerian psychology, the foundation of self-help. A completely new classic for anyone struggling with interpersonal relationships or life.

With around 5,800 registrations, it follows its 2nd place finish in the 2025 annual ranking by claiming the top spot in the 2026 first half.

User reviews on Booklog: The Courage to Be Disliked: The Teachings of Adler, the Source of Self-Help | Summary and Reviews by Ichiro Kishimi - Booklog

General Books 2026 First-Half Top 10

1. In the Mega Church (Ryo Asai / Nikkei BP) 2. Ichigen no Sashiki (Tatsusuke Matsushita / Takarajimasha Bunko) 3. Gyojosei (Kanae Minato / Futabasha) 4. Hakobune (Haruo Yuki / Kodansha Bunko) 5. BUTTER (Asako Yuzuki / Shinchosha Bunko) 6. Goman to Zenryou (Mizuki Tsujimura / Asahi Bunko) 7. Convenience Store Person (Sayaka Murata / Bungeishunjū Bunko) 8. Kimi wa Hoshi no Gotoku (Yuu Nagira / Kodansha Bunko) 9. Jukushi (Shugo Sato / KADOKAWA) 10. Kafune (Akiko Abe / Kodansha)

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Manga 2026 First-Half Top 10

1. Honya Naru Motto (3) (Ao Kojima / KADOKAWA) 2. Honya Naru Motto (1) (Ao Kojima / KADOKAWA) 3. Honya Naru Motto (2) (Ao Kojima / KADOKAWA) 4. Let's Go to the Family Restaurant (Lower) (Yama Kazuyama / KADOKAWA) 5. SPY×FAMILY (17) (Tatsuya Endo / Shueisha) 6. Osamaru House: Chiai Ida Collection (Chiai Ida / Shokunin no Nihonsha) 7. ONE PIECE (114) (Eiichiro Oda / Shueisha) 8. Don't Say Mystery (16) (Yumi Tamura / Shogakukan) 9. What Did You Eat Yesterday? (25) (Fumi Yoshinaga / Kodansha) 10. Jujutsu Kaisen≡ (1) (Gege Akutami, Original / Yuji Iwasaki, Art / Shueisha)

View the latest manga rankings on Booklog

Business Books 2026 First-Half Top 10

1. The Courage to Be Disliked (Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga / Diamond Inc.) 2. The Great Habits Encyclopedia: Scientifically Proven Habits from Harvard, Stanford, Oxford... (Shugo Horita / SB Creative) 3. DIE WITH ZERO (Bill Perkins / Diamond Inc.) 4. The Skill of Articulating 'Likes' (Kaho Miyake / Discover Twenty-One) 5. What Smart People Think Before Speaking (Hiroya Adachi / Diamond Inc.) 6. Essentialism (Greg McKeown / Kanki Publishing) 7. People Who Read Books Succeed (Kenta Nagakura / Subarusha) 8. Who Moved My Cheese? (Spencer Johnson / Fushan Publishing) 9. How to Articulate Your Thoughts (Shunya Araki / PHP Institute) 10. What Do the World's Elites Do on Their Days Off? (Shinji Koshikawa / Cross Media Publishing)

* Ranking period: January 1 to June 21, 2026

Book Recording and Reading Management Service 'Booklog'

Booklog is the ideal platform for book lovers seeking 'encounters and records' with books. Since its launch in 2004, it has been loved by readers for over 20 years, with registered members surpassing 2.6 million.

It is one of Japan's largest review sites, hosting 230 million book and manga data entries and over 14 million user reviews. Recommended for those who love reading, want to keep reading, discover new books, or simply record their reading journey. Why not start your reading adventure in a relaxed way?

Website: https://booklog.jp/ iOS App Store: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/id359066582 Android App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.booklog.android

New Feature on Booklog: 'Books Recommended for Fans of This Book'

New Feature: 'Books Recommended for Fans of This Book'

On the 'Book Details' page, a new recommendation feature now suggests up to 100 books with similar themes or atmospheres.

Recommendations are based not only on genre and author but also on readers' reviews and impressions.

Why not explore your next read from the titles featured in this 2026 first-half ranking?